Volvo SD160 Soil Compactor from Germany
The Volvo SD160 is a self-propelled vibratory soil compactor designed for tamping and compacting earth layers in landfill and highway projects. Falls under HTS 8430.50.50.00 for compacting machinery used on minerals and ores.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify vibration frequency specs to confirm compaction classification
• Separate smooth drum vs padfoot drum variants in import declarations
• Avoid misclassification by documenting soil-specific vs asphalt use